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	The Local Community The British Institute of Technology and E-commerce is based in the East London Borough of Newham. It is one of the most culturally diverse areas in London. The local amenities consist of a large number of reasonably priced restaurants and cafes, cinemas, leisure services, recreation grounds, parks, shopping centres and there is a variety of clubs and music venues for evening entertainment. The borough of Newham's official website can be found at http://www.newham.gov.uk/ At BITE you will come across culturally and linguistically diverse students and educators. Integrating all students into the academic life of the classroom, we allow them to demonstrate their unique qualities and, at the same time, to develop a learning community that transcends cultural and language differences.
	Our community cohesion programme works to establish greater understanding between different cultures, religion and societies. Since our establishment we have been funding English and ICT projects in the local area. We have also worked with local small businesses in developing their business strategies, human resources and business sustainability.
	Looking at London London is a vibrant city, and well worth its reputation as one of the most prominent world capitals. It has a diverse range of peoples and cultures, and more than 300 languages are spoken within its boundaries. List of websites that will give you a good idea of what there is to do in London.		London Attractions London Tourist Board: http://www.londontouristboard.com/ BBC's guide to London: http://www.bbc.co.uk/london/places/ View London: http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/ London Eating: http://www.london-eating.co.uk/ Spoonfed: http://www.spoonfed.co.uk/london/
	Charitable Activities We have been working with and have sponsored some of the following charity group: Great Ormond Street Children Hospital, Community Development with Muslim Council of Britain, Salvation Army, Muslim Aid, The Higher Education-Employment Bridge Programme, Celebrating Achievements in Newham, Reaching Out to Communities a Pan London Programme and Red Cross.		2012 Olympics The 2012 Summer Olympics will be held in Stratford in East London and in the neighbouring Lower Lea Valley, near BITE’s main campus. The Olympics is the world’s biggest and most important sporting event which will make the area the centre of attention for the entire planet. The Olympic Park covers an area of 500 acres and the total cost of the Games and the regeneration of the East London area is £9.345 billion, according to Government figures. After the Games, the Olympic Park will be turned into an urban park and some of the sporting facilities will be retained for public use as a permanent legacy for the local area.
	Canary Wharf Canary Wharf is a thriving and vibrant business district with a wide range of pubs, shops, restaurants and wine bars, as well as healthcare and leisure facilities and an extensive arts and events programme. The vision of Canary Wharf is now a reality. For more information see: http://www.london-docklands.co.uk/tours/dogs/toursdog.htm
	West Ham Football Club The West Ham stadium is one of the highlights of the area. West Ham United Football Club has made massive strides over the past few years to establish itself as a major force in English football. In 1999, Chairman Terence Brown and his board of directors made the most important decision in the Club's history when they announced a massive £35 million redevelopment scheme for the Boleyn Ground. Building work commenced in the summer of 2000, with the capacity of the club brought up to over 40,000 by the end of the second phase of building. The team continues to be well supported with season ticket sales for 2002-03 reaching a new record. More information on the stadium and the West Ham team can be found on the official site: http://www.whufc.com/
	West Ham Park Just a stone's throw from the Institute is West Ham Park. It includes sports facilities like tennis courts, a cricket ground, football grounds, a bowling green and a garden of peace and relaxation. The park is very well maintained, and is a welcome break from the hustle of urban life. It is an ideal place to study in a beautiful environment.
	Greenwich Greenwich lies on the south bank of the Thames, approximately five miles to the east of central London. Rich in maritime history and with an outstanding architectural heritage, Greenwich's more traditional attractions include many buildings designed by well-known English architects, including the Royal Naval College, the National Maritime Museum and the Old Royal Observatory situated in Greenwich Park, built by Sir Christopher Wren for King Charles II. At the Observatory, visitors can stand astride longitude zero with one foot in the eastern and the other in the western hemisphere. Greenwich is certainly one of the most popular destinations in London. With a variety of fantastic markets, museums and the Millennium Dome all nested in beautiful surroundings, it is certainly worth a visit. It can be reached easily from BITE on the DLR or Jubilee Line. For more information see: http://greenwichengland.com/tourism/
	Excel Exhibition Centre In the heart of London Docklands, one mile east of Canary Wharf and one mile west of City Airport, ExCeL is the most stunning UK venue for trade or consumer exhibitions, conferences and events: an attractive waterfront environment - with stylish bars, restaurants and hotels - that is easy to get to by air, road, rail and water.